The nurse is partnering with the family of a hospitalized premature infant who suffered an intraventricular brain hemorrhage. After three months in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), the infant is being discharged. Which activities will the nurse suggest to the family to help stimulate the infant's development?

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The best choices to suggest for stimulating the development of a premature infant with an intraventricular brain hemorrhage are holding and rocking the infant, interacting face to face, and talking softly and singing to the infant. These activities promote bonding, secure attachment, and the development of the infant's social, emotional, and cognitive abilities. Using a daycare for stimulation may not always be suitable for the infant's medical condition and recovery, and discouraging sibling interaction may deprive the infant of social and emotional interactions that are essential for development.

The Nurse Is Partnering with the Family of a Hospitalized